1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 300 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Corolla (176 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charade | Corolla |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 176 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |